I’m in deep need of something but I’m not sure what. Pizza? Porn? Puppies?I’m sure I’ll figure it out eventually.

Not sure what to call what I made for supper, but it was tasty.

They reduced the amount of books you can have on hold in Libby. It used to be 30, but now it’s 15. 15!! At least they let you keep the holds you already had if it was over 15, you just couldn’t place any new holds. I routinely had 25-30 books on hold. And now I’m stuck with a measly 15.

For our anniversary on Tuesday my husband and I went on a lovely walk, stopped in at an art store, and then had tacos. To be loved is to be known. Perfect.

Between the heat and my brain demons being extra spicy today I am not at my best.

In case you were wondering how tan my husband is, today someone asked him if he’s from central or South America. But the same person also mistook my water bottle for a camera. After almost a year of dealing with an injury getting back on the trail to these delightful interactions has been so nice.

I have joined art fight on team fossil- but it was a tough decision. Username:jia_saykea Not sure how much fighting I’ll actually do, but I’m hoping for at least a couple.

I would support this

I participated in democracy today. I even timed it- including the walk to and from the polling station and all three members of my house casting a ballot it took 13 mins and 30 secs. I voted strategically, but well within my own interests, because I value things like bodily autonomy and human rights

Never enough baba yaga houses! #babayaga #procreateart #witchy #art

Despite no longer being violently ill, I haven’t exactly been super healthy the past few days either. I’ve had more ginger ale in the past few days than I’ve had in the past two years at least. At least I’m keeping down more food than just crackers now, there’s also been soup and sandwiches.

I spent my Easter Sunday being violently ill. Thank goodness for my husband who brought me crackers and ginger ale. I’m feeling much better now but it was a rough day.

So, looks like NaNoWriMo is now defunct. For anyone who was on the inside of the goings on this is not surprising. I didn’t use it at all last year because of their awful response to community concerns and I’m proud of my choice. I will continue to do my own thing and look for community elsewhere.

Kissing someone Irish on Saint Patrick’s Day will protect you from leprechaun shenanigans. Or at least that’s what I told my husband. #kissmeimirish

This is what is looks like when you’re XLIV (who can remember 44). Hair is crazy, no makeup, no filter, look at those greys.

I don’t need new ideas- I need to work on the ideas I already have. I need creative energy for the projects I already have on the go. Chasing new and shiny will not necessarily bring me joy. This struggle brought to you by ADHD.

When I say ‘the horrors persist but so do I’ people often mishear whores, but tbh the whores are persistent too and equally worthy of praise. And now all I can imagine is whores who cater to horrors. Congrats monster fuckers on your new job that exists in my brain.

Maybe trying to be more creative and courageous was too big of an ask for myself. Creativity in dark times is hard enough, but courage? Oof.

Looking for a language app to replace Duolingo. My target language is Italian. App must be free, not a free trial, totally free in perpetuity. Any recommendations from the internet hive mind?

I made little plushies as holiday presents for my D&D group. Everyone seemed pretty pleased by their characters in plush form.

Hope you all had a lovely holiday season. I got to spend some time with friends and family- which makes me very happy indeed. As we continue into 2025 I would like to work on being more courageous and creative.

Libby is amazing- I use it all the time- it has inspired me in ways I can’t begin to explain, beyond bringing me books and magazines (even kids magazines in my target language to help me learn). Go get it.

I have been dealing with some family issues, and also dealing with prepping for the holidays. I am tired, busy, but otherwise doing well enough. Just very short on time.

Shampoo: Green apple Body wash: Citrus (orange) Face scrub: Apricot Lotion: Coconut I smell like some kinda dessert It’s delightful

Somehow a fishnet stocking got into the washing machine- I really don’t recommend this.

I’m at 44k in my #50kin30days challenge. I’m going to treat myself to a movie. I’m going to go see Wicked and become insufferable. Sorry in advance.

Now that she has it I can post this piece I made for a friend using a technique I (and some others) call paint gazing, some call it reverse colouring. I smoosh paint down and find and define shapes. I love it. It’s joyful and creative and freeing. #paintgazing #art #acrylics #watercolour

I try to maintain healthy parasocial relationships but sometimes a person is really fricken hot.

Language acquisition tip- that cozy game you’ve played a hundred times? See if they have a setting for it in your target language. My current Stardew Valley farm is very Italian. Ancora Imparo

It’s past midnight here- but before the clock ticked over I surpassed 20k words for #50kin30days

I have a post that’s been percolating in my brain but it’s pretty hard core, so I’m not sure I’ll ever post it. In other news my #50kin30days challenge is going very well. I’m hoping for a big push tomorrow so I can take Saturday off to play games.

I went as Howl Pendragon for Halloween. It was a very warm and comfortable costume. I altered a thrifted jacket with a sheet and some pillow cases, thifted the shirt and made the jewellery. I already owned black pants. Made a little felt Calcifer cause I could.

Day one- 1308 words Slow start but not too bad for my #50kin30days challenge

I have been sick but I’m on the mend. Still haven’t decided if I wanna do a November writing challenge. I should probably decide soon. What would I call it? I do like the 50k goal, I’m very used to that pace. I do have projects I could dust off for it. #50kin30days

That would be awesome!

I have done my best to try and find an herbal tea I like (I can’t have caffeine). I had one I liked, but the company no longer exists- Teavana Pineapple Blueberry (or something like that, it’s been years). Extra strong, extra sweet. Chilly days, like today was, make me miss it.

Good news: The Halestorm/ Evanescence/The Warning concert was much fun. Bad news: My problems with things like heights has gotten worse and flared up so bad I needed accommodations. Good news: The lady at guest services was amazing and got me exactly what I needed- shoutout Rebecca, you rock.

Sometimes when the insomnia is really bad it’s easier to power through. I’ve been awake for 23 hours- I am out of power.

If you see me out and about -when you get home you can absolutely tell your partner, roommate, etc- that I said hi (if we’ve met). Because even if I didn’t say so in person I promise I totally would have said hi, it probably just didn’t occur to me at the time.

This is around the number I expected.

My stupid brain is being problematic. Let’s hope tomorrow is better.

Language acquisition tip: find movies you’ve seen a bunch of times redubbed in your target language if you can. You already know the plot so you can focus on the words. Play at a slower speed if you need to. I’m at the ‘receive ads in your target language’ stage of my journey. Ancora Imparo.

I fell completely off the social media wagon for a bit. I’ve been really struggling with some mental health issues and then some acute physical issues (that are thankfully improving). I’ve been really missing community but I can’t engage right now. I’m safe, I just need time.

If you see this post, post a witch

I just got 50k words. It’s an early #NaNoWriMo win.

Well at some point yesterday I crossed the halfway mark in #NaNoWriMo which is good because I’m not sure how much writing I’ll get done today.

I woke up to a clean kitchen, freshly baked cookies, and a new stuffed dino friend on my desk. So if you’re wondering who has the best husband, it’s me, I do.

By the end of day five of #NaNoWriMo my word count was 10k